St. Louis Police Foundation
Director of relations and communications
St. Louis Police Foundation, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
DIRECTOR OF DONOR RELATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
ST. LOUIS POLICE FOUNDATION MISSION
The St. Louis Police Foundation provides monetary support, services, and goods to the St. Louis Metropolitan and St. Louis County Police Departments. The majority of funding requests come directly from police officers in uniform and can be expedited within 24 hours to ensure the highest level of police service to the St. Louis Community.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
This seasoned leader will have experience in leadership, project, and budget management. They will be responsible for developing and implementing a successful fundraising plan. This position requires clear communication skills and decisiveness.
They will work closely with the President and Executive Director in executing the Foundation’s vision as well as managing relationships with the board of directors and stakeholders. The Director of Donor Relations and Communications will be responsible for development efforts to identify, communicate, and cultivate new and current donors, sponsors, partners, and prospects to raise funds and further the mission of the St. Louis Police Foundation. This Director will lead marketing efforts and fund development to ensure the Foundation’s fundraising efforts are effective, including annual giving and event sponsorships. They will work closely with the Director of Operations and Events to grow annual fundraising events.
ORGANIZATION DETAILS
Reports to: President-Executive Director
Direct Reports: N/A
Budget Responsibilities: Event Sponsorships, Annual Giving, End of Year Campaign
Responsible for creating and working within a pre-determined budget.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & ACCOUNTABILITIES
Work closely with the President and Executive Director to create the Strategic Development Plan and to periodically review and revise the plan as appropriate.
Supervise and set strategy for annual fundraising appeals and special events.
Assist with event planning and implementation.
Develop, promote, and sustain effective relationships and communication with the Foundation's supporters, including an active social media presence and quarterly newsletters.
Understand the needs and interests of donors/sponsors to facilitate relationships with the Police Foundation.
Assist the President with communications to the Board of Directors and Advisory Council.
Work with both police departments to fulfill funding requests and assist where needed.
Enthusiastically support the Foundation, its mission, leadership, and policies.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, or similar field.
Minimum five years of experience in leadership, management, or non-profit.
Experience with management of budgets, projects, and/or fundraising campaigns.
Strong experience in public relations, marketing, and fundraising.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to convey the Police Foundation mission and vision while making practical decisions needed to make programs run well.
Dynamic and charismatic team player who is comfortable being the public face of an organization.
Excellent attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and strong organizational skills.
Proficient with the use of computers and software programs.
Familiarity with the St. Louis community.
Appreciation for and commitment to Law Enforcement.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Position is eligible for full-time benefits.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to Michelle Craig, President and Executive Director at
mcraig@stlouispolicefoundation.org .
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ST. LOUIS POLICE FOUNDATION MISSION
The St. Louis Police Foundation provides monetary support, services, and goods to the St. Louis Metropolitan and St. Louis County Police Departments. The majority of funding requests come directly from police officers in uniform and can be expedited within 24 hours to ensure the highest level of police service to the St. Louis Community.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
This seasoned leader will have experience in leadership, project, and budget management. They will be responsible for developing and implementing a successful fundraising plan. This position requires clear communication skills and decisiveness.
They will work closely with the President and Executive Director in executing the Foundation’s vision as well as managing relationships with the board of directors and stakeholders. The Director of Donor Relations and Communications will be responsible for development efforts to identify, communicate, and cultivate new and current donors, sponsors, partners, and prospects to raise funds and further the mission of the St. Louis Police Foundation. This Director will lead marketing efforts and fund development to ensure the Foundation’s fundraising efforts are effective, including annual giving and event sponsorships. They will work closely with the Director of Operations and Events to grow annual fundraising events.
ORGANIZATION DETAILS
Reports to: President-Executive Director
Direct Reports: N/A
Budget Responsibilities: Event Sponsorships, Annual Giving, End of Year Campaign
Responsible for creating and working within a pre-determined budget.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & ACCOUNTABILITIES
Work closely with the President and Executive Director to create the Strategic Development Plan and to periodically review and revise the plan as appropriate.
Supervise and set strategy for annual fundraising appeals and special events.
Assist with event planning and implementation.
Develop, promote, and sustain effective relationships and communication with the Foundation's supporters, including an active social media presence and quarterly newsletters.
Understand the needs and interests of donors/sponsors to facilitate relationships with the Police Foundation.
Assist the President with communications to the Board of Directors and Advisory Council.
Work with both police departments to fulfill funding requests and assist where needed.
Enthusiastically support the Foundation, its mission, leadership, and policies.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, or similar field.
Minimum five years of experience in leadership, management, or non-profit.
Experience with management of budgets, projects, and/or fundraising campaigns.
Strong experience in public relations, marketing, and fundraising.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to convey the Police Foundation mission and vision while making practical decisions needed to make programs run well.
Dynamic and charismatic team player who is comfortable being the public face of an organization.
Excellent attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and strong organizational skills.
Proficient with the use of computers and software programs.
Familiarity with the St. Louis community.
Appreciation for and commitment to Law Enforcement.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Position is eligible for full-time benefits.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to Michelle Craig, President and Executive Director at
mcraig@stlouispolicefoundation.org .
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